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Title:  Project Supply Manager

Location: 

Vernon Hills, IL, US

 

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. 

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to  make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

 

Job Summary

 

We are looking for a Project Supply Manager.  In this position, You will be responsible for sourcing and contracting all supply chain activities related to customer projects in a Engineer-to-Order environment. This role ensures materials, equipment, components, and subcontracted services are delivered on time, in full, with quality and within project budget, while managing risks and ensuring alignment with project schedules.
The Project Supply Manager works in close collaboration with Project Management, Engineering, Logistics, and Suppliers to support successful project execution from order intake through final delivery. Acts as the single point of contact for supply chain matters within projects.   
You can be based at our Tetra Pak office in Winsted, MN or Vernon Hills, IL US.
You will be travelling up to 25 % of your time to our suppliers' sites.
Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.
 

What you will do

 

As a Project Supplier Manager, you will:

 

  • Be responsible for sourcing new suppliers, drive supplier development activities, together with product and supplier quality engineers.
  • Drive Strategic Supply Management by maintaining and improving the supplier base in relation to quality, capabilities, production capacity and cost reduction.
  • Drive negotiation and contracting, considering Global & local contracts, own specifications and customer specifications in correct order of importance. 
  • Ensure supplier contract legal compliance with support from legal department.
  • Translate project requirements (BOMs, specifications, lead times) into detailed material and procurement plans
  • Relationship management; ensure good relations with stakeholders, both externally and internally.
  • Procurement of Equipment, parts, components and services for Projects.

 

We believe you have

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business administration or related numerical field.
  • Minimum 10+ years of solid experience as a buyer, working with purchasing processes, vendors management.
  • Proven experience in project supply, project procurement, preferably in a Engineer to Order environment
  • Strong understanding of supply chain processes, procurement, and manufacturing operations 
  • Experience working in cross functional, project based environments
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Knowledge of ERP systems e.g., SAP
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Risk Management and pro-active decision-making
  • You are dynamic and flexible with a pro-active approach and a high sense of responsibility towards each task.
  • Have a positive attitude and a” high performance” position on your tasks and responsibilities.
  • You are a team player, cooperative and open-minded.
  • You are open to change and work with deadlines by keeping a high quality of work.

 

 

Pay Equity

 

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.
Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.

 

  • Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $100,100.00 – $142,800.00.
  • Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS.
  • Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, company credit card, and much more!

 

We Offer You

 

  • A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
  • A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
  • An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
  • Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

 

Apply Now

 

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 

 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 


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